Fitness Instructor - North Charleston - Trident Technical College

Description

Salary: $0.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 26PT SPRWellnessCenter
Agency: Trident Technical College
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number:: 00000
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to or emailed in PDF format to the deadline date and time. Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: n-person role at the Thornley Campus InterTech Group Wellness Center. Part-time hours/week), Monday-Friday, between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., depending on program and center needs. This position pay rate is $20 per hour.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Trident Technical College's InterTech Group Wellness Center is seeking a certified fitness instructor. This position supports daily operations of the Wellness Center by providing exceptional customer service, fitness instruction, and wellness programming for students, faculty, and staff. This role assists in facility management, personnel supervision, and the development and promotion of campus-wide wellness initiatives while ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
Key responsibilities include the following but not limited to:

• Oversee daily Wellness Center operations by providing excellent customer service, maintaining facility cleanliness and safety, and ensuring proper equipment functionality.
• Deliver fitness instruction and wellness programming, including fitness assessments, equipment education, injury prevention guidance, and live/virtual group fitness classes.
• Promote and coordinate campus-wide wellness initiatives, engaging students, faculty, and staff through programs, presentations, and wellness challenges.
• Support personnel management and operations, including training, scheduling, and supervising work-study employees in collaboration with the Wellness Center Director.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
This position requires a fitness certification from an accredited NSCA program.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidate will have working knowledge of fitness instruction, exercise safety, and wellness principles. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Successful candidate will have experience in customer service, fitness instruction, or wellness programming. CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a current national certification in fitness instruction (NASM, ACSM, ACE, or similar)?

• Yes
• No

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What experience do you have conducting fitness assessments, instructing proper equipment use, or teaching group fitness classes?
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How have you promoted engagement or participation in wellness programs or initiatives in a campus or workplace setting?
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TTC: Summarize subject area and course levels you are interested in teaching.
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